Engels Kerzen: Jana

Taper Candle Holder M Ivory

A rather well-rounded way to enjoy candlelight

JANA M clearly has little interest in sharp edges – and that is precisely where the charm of this taper candle holder by Engels Kerzen begins. Its compact, softly rounded silhouette is almost pebble-like, bringing an organic sense of calm to a dining table, sideboard or windowsill. The candle holder is made from aluminium with a powder-coated finish in warm Ivory. Measuring 5 cm high and 6 cm in diameter, the M size is slightly slimmer than the larger JANA version and works beautifully in arrangements that play with different shapes and proportions. For such a small object, it is pleasantly versatile: JANA accommodates taper candles with both 2.2 cm and 3.0 cm diameters. A felt pad underneath helps protect delicate surfaces from scratches. For cleaning, simply wipe the body with a damp cloth; hot washing should be avoided to prevent the aluminium from becoming unnecessarily heated. Each piece includes one JANA M candle holder in Ivory. The candle itself can then change with the season, the table setting or simply your mood.

Small enough for the table, distinctive enough for the sideboard

JANA's strength lies in how easily it changes character. Add a cream or white taper candle for a soft tonal composition, or introduce a stronger colour to create a deliberate contrast against the Ivory finish. Its compact footprint also leaves plenty of room between plates, glasses and bowls, making JANA M an easy addition to a dining table without making the setting feel crowded. It works equally well on its own on an occasional table or gathered with other candle holders on a sideboard. Advent and Christmas may be obvious occasions for candlelight, but they are certainly not the only ones. Birthdays, Easter, weddings, dinner with friends or an entirely ordinary evening at home all give JANA something to do. And when there is nothing to celebrate? Its organic shape has enough character to stay exactly where it is.

Making light of things since 1933

Engels Kerzen has been making candles since 1933, developing from a manufacturer originally known particularly for ecclesiastical candles into a brand with collections spanning interiors, table culture and contemporary lifestyle. At its manufactory in Kempen, Germany, the family business combines generations of craftsmanship with close attention to wax, wicks, longevity, burning characteristics and design. Manufacturing in Germany and a considered approach to materials have remained part of the company's philosophy for decades. JANA extends this approach beyond the candle itself. The holder is practical by design, yet distinctive enough to become a home accessory in its own right. That balance feels very much at home at LIVOSY, too: we choose objects that can accompany everyday life, create atmosphere and settle naturally into different rooms and occasions without dictating how they should be used.

One candle holder tends to make friends

JANA M in Ivory pairs naturally with taper candles from Engels Kerzen. Fine Line taper candles introduce a broad choice of colours, allowing the arrangement to shift easily with the season or occasion. To play with height and shape, combine the M size with other JANA candle holders, including the larger L version. Keep everything in Ivory for a calm composition or add JANA in Black for a stronger graphic contrast. Bowls, glassware and other table accessories can join the arrangement without turning it into an elaborate decorating project. At LIVOSY, you will also find Engels Fine Line taper and pillar candles, Klassik ribbed candles, sculptural candles, ENGELS ORIGINAL and Sentimetals Easy scented candles. Candle sharpeners, snuffers and wax adhesive pads take care of the useful details. After that, JANA M asks for very little: a favourite taper candle, a place to sit and perhaps an evening with no particular reason to end early.